2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Zafira | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Zafira | Armada |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3129 mm |